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Lamis Theorem Gate Notes 21
Lamis Theorem Gate Notes 21
Lami’s Theorem states that if three coplanar forces acting at a point be in equilibrium,
then each force is proportional to the sine of the angle between the other two. It is an
important concept in the GATE CE syllabus. According to Lami's theorem, if forces are
in equilibrium, as shown in the image, then they will be related to each other with the sin
of the angle formed between them.
Since these forces are in equilibrium, the resultant of the forces P and Q must be in line
with OD and equal to R but in the opposite direction.
OA = P
OB = Q
OC = R
Now, α + β + γ= 360°
In Triangle AOC,
∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180°
We know that,
α + β + γ= 360°
α + β = 360° – γ
∠A = 360° – γ-180°
∠A = 180° – γ
Question 1: A vehicle is pulled utilizing two ropes, as shown in the figure below. If the
resultant pull is 1200N, find the angle and the force F. (Ans - angle = 30°, F = 1.98 kN)
Question 2: If the resultant of Force F and 70N is R = 50kN, as shown in the figure
below, find force ‘F.’ (Ans – 80N)